Inquires on Ways and Means process to make
adjustments thus preventing loss of coverage.

123

Read

Reports elimination of Part B premiums will not be
implemented.Explains changes in
service for May 2003 (EXHIBIT A-page
3).Explains previous “pay and
chase” policy as it relates to change in fee collection.

157

Chair Kruse

Inquires on percent of population impacted by
change.

159

Kapowich

Offers cost savings figure.

162

Chair Kruse

Establishes that accounts were previously collected
and policy allows for faster collection.